How to Break Free from the Blocks: Letting Kaspersky Trust Your Favorite Sites
Kaspersky, the stalwart guardian of your digital world, sometimes puts the brakes on websites it deems suspicious. While its protective instincts are admirable, occasionally it gets overzealous, blocking legitimate sites you need or enjoy. Fear not, for I’m here to guide you through the process of adding websites to Kaspersky’s whitelist, granting them free passage through the security gates.
Before we proceed, a word of caution: Only consider adding sites you absolutely trust. Adding untrustworthy sites can compromise your security. Trust your gut, and if something feels fishy, keep it blocked!
Now, onto the nitty-gritty:
1. Locate the Trusted URLs:
- Open Kaspersky.
- Click on “Settings” (gear icon).
- Navigate to “Protection” > “Safe Browsing” > “Advanced settings.”
- Look for the “Trusted URLs” link.
2. Add Your Fave Sites:
- Click “Add.”
- Enter the website URL, using wildcards (*) for flexibility (e.g., reddit.com allows all Reddit subdomains).
- Click “OK” to add the site to your trusted list.
3. Repeat for Freedom:
- Add as many websites as needed, following the same steps.
- Remember, with great power comes great responsibility. Use your whitelist wisely!
Bonus Tip: For temporary access, you can click “Show details” in the Kaspersky warning and choose “Wish to continue.” This grants one-time access without adding the site to your whitelist.
Alternative Route:
- If you’re using Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud, the process is slightly different:
- Go to “Protection” > “Web Control.”
- Choose “Individual websites.”
- Click “Add” and enter the URL as before.
You’ve successfully granted your favorite websites safe passage through Kaspersky’s watchful eye. Remember, a healthy dose of security and convenience is the key to a balanced digital life. Use this newfound power responsibly and surf the web with confidence!